Almay Biodegradable Clear Complexion Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes
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CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-20 + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Biodegradable Clear Complexion Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ceteareth-12, ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, hexylene glycol) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamateMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.3–8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPropanediol~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCetearyl isononanoate~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and helps prevent moisture loss.
More about Cetearyl isononanoateCetearyl alcohol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCeteareth-20~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Hamamelis virginiana water~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterAloe barbadensis leaf extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractCaprylyl glycol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCeteareth-12~0.4–1%
Cetyl palmitate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractEdta~0.3–0.7%
Fomes officinalis extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fungus extract that can help to create a temporary tightening feeling on the skin
More about Fomes officinalis extractGlycerin~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinGlyceryl stearate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHexylene glycol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPolyquaternium-51~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Salicylic acid~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium pca~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaTetrasodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Trehalose~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseTriacetin~0.1–0.4%
Urea~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaIodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Propanediol, Cetearyl isononanoate, Cetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Hamamelis virginiana water, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Benzoic acid, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Caprylyl glycol, Ceteareth-12, Cetyl palmitate, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Edta, Fomes officinalis extract, Glycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Hexylene glycol, Polyquaternium-51, Salicylic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium pca, Tetrasodium edta, Trehalose, Triacetin, Urea, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| AlmayBiodegradable Clear Complexion Makeup Remover Cleansing TowelettesYOUR PRODUCT | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 77% | 77% |
| Price | $5.62 | $7.82+$2.20 | $7.21+$1.59 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 12 | 2 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 4A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 5
- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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